AFAA Practice Exam - Multiple Choice Questions and Answers

AFAA Practice Exam - Multiple Choice Questions and Answers A training variable that should be considered when designing an exercise program is: a. technique b. choreography c. alignment d. frequency Which activity utilizes the aerobic energy system? a. Plyometric jump b. Indoor cycling c. Golf swing d. Volleyball The Karvonen formula incorporates the ______ in determining the training heart rate range (THRR). a. Pulse b. Resting heart rate c. Stroke volume d. Participant's activity A warm-up is the ______ period for a specific workout. a. Relaxation b. Strengthening c. Flexibility d. Preparation To promote and maintain health, an individual should perform ____ minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity ___ days per week. 1. 10; 7 2. 15; 2 3. 30; 5 4. 40; 1 One way to determine an individual's estimated maximal heart rate is by: a. subtracting his/her age from 220 b. Taking the talk test c. measuring recovery heart rate d. Using the perceived exertion scale Two atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk factors improved by regular participation in physical activity are _____ and _______: a. ankle swelling; oeteoporotic bone density b. cigarette smoking; esophageal cancer c. diabetes; rheumatoid arthritis d. blood pressure; total serum cholesterol The system that allows the blood to flow through the heart, lungs and body is called the ______ system a. endocrine b. immune c. circulatory d. Nervous A basic function of the bone that makes up the skeletal system is to: a. provide a site for the production of red blood cells b. protect the body's neurological system c. directly support the immune system d. enhance full joint range of motion The ____ method is known as variable intensity or spontaneous training. a. circuit b. intermittent c. block d. pyramid The primary muscles performing work are called ____, and may be identified by a specific ______: a. stabilizers; range of motion b. agonists; joint action c. assistors; fiber types d. synergists; tensile strength Movements of the hip include ____ and ____ joint actions. a. inversion; eversion b. elevation; depression c. retraction; protraction d. abduction; adduction The definition of _____ is when oxygen uptake has reached an adequate level to meet the oxygen demand of the body. a. aerobic glycolosis b. cardiac output c. anaerobic threshold d. steady state A skill-related component of physical fitness is: a. cardiorespiratory fitness b. coordination c. muscular strength d. flexibility In order to safely perform full range of motion during a cardio hi/low-impact class, the beats per minute (bpm) should range between ___ and ___: a. 175; 185 b. 155; 165 c. 130; 155 d. 145; 170 In a push-up, the ____ muscles extend the elbow and the ____ adducts the humerus to lift the body up against gravity. a. triceps; pectoralis major b. rhomboids; trapezius c. deltoids; latissimus dorsi d. rotators; rhomboids Which type of muscle contraction (also referred to as a muscle action) does not require the muscle to change length when exerted against a fixed resistance? a. Slow twitch b. Eccentric c. Stretch reflex d. Isometric A multi-joint exercise that utilizes the gluteus maximus and hamstrings is a: a. lunge b. curl c. jump d. row Which type of connective tissue connects bone to bone? a. Ligament b. Fascia c. Cartilage The function of ___ is to sense the degree of tension and the length of the muscle. a. sarcomeres b. motor units c. proprioceptors d. rotators To enhance flexibility during the end-of-class cool-down system, the AFAA recommends performing ____ stretches for ____ seconds a. ballistic; 1025 b. dynamic; 5-20 c. myofascial; 12-30 d. static; 15-60 Besides heart rate monitoring, another method of measuring exercise intensity is: a. perceived exertion b. oxygen volume c. weight loss d. sweat ratio In order to teach a quality group exercise class, an instructor should be able to: a. treat chronic injuries b. use visual sign language c. implement a 45-count phrase d. apply the AFAA 5 questions. A variable that acts as a determinant of exercise behavior is: a. personality disorders b. occupational ethics c. cultural values d. educational levels To maintain proper body alignment, particular attention should be given to ___ in the standing position. a. pushing the chin forward b. keeping the knees straight c. rounding the shoulders forward d. holding a neutral pelvic alignment Lordosis is associated with an anterior tilt of the pelvis, and may be a result of: a. stretched hip flexors b. weak abdominals c. tight quadriceps d. strong back extensors Kyphosis, or excessive curvature of the thoracic spine, may be the results of: a. fibromyalgia d. diabetes c. heart disease d. osteoporosis A movement that performs shoulder horizontal abduction is a: a. high row b. curl c. overhead press d. plie Advanced stages of heat exhaustion may lead to a: a. concussion b. fracture c. neuropathy d. coma In order to avoid dehydration during exercise and prevent heat exhaustion, an individual should: a. monitor hydration levels b. limit vigorous exercises c. consume carbohydrates d. choose low-impact activities A motivational technique called _____ is used to sustain a Type B participant for lifelong exercise adherence. a. acknowledgement b. identifying c. mirroring d. intrinsic One purpose of the final cool-down phase of an aerobic exercise session is to: a. maintain training heart rate b. prevent blood pooling c. decrease muscle flexibility d. increase joint fluidity